Russell Gordon MacKellar, 74 of Seven Lakes passed away on March 6, 2019 at his home.

He was born on June 5, 1944 in Buffalo, New York to the late Daniel and Gretta MacKellar. Russell worked as a School Teacher in New York. He enjoyed coaching the football team and was a wrestling official. Russell was also a member of the East Aurora Country Club. His retirement brought him to North Carolina 20 years ago to enjoy the game of golf.

He is survived by one brother, Bruce MacKellar (Patricia) and one sister, Joy Pucci (Joseph); cherished uncle of Ryan MacKellar (Trisha) and Kate Braun (Geoff); great nieces and nephews, Kyle and Bailey MacKellar, Keaton, London, River and Grey Braun.

A memorial service was held on Friday, March 8, 2019 at Boles Funeral Home in Seven Lakes.